How To Style Straight-Leg Jeans Like A Fashion Insider
An enduring classic, straight-leg jeans are a must in any denim wardrobe. But how should you wear them? Here’s your guide to finding the perfect fit and finish – and adding some sartorial flair. By COLLEEN ROSS
Straight-leg jeans rarely go out of style, but thanks to their resurgence on the runways in recent seasons, you’re about to fall in love with them all over again. A firm favorite of off-duty models and industry tastemakers, this trusty denim silhouette is understated and endlessly versatile. From soft cashmere sweaters and loafers to fuzzy faux-fur coats and ankle boots, there’s no look they can’t elevate. Our top tips? Opt for a close fit around your waist and thighs to ensure the perfect slim silhouette on the leg – if you go too loose at the top, you’ll end up with a baggier boyfriend shape. As for hems, fashion’s love of the ’90s is still going strong, so choose styles with ankle-grazing or full-length cuffs.
It is with good reason that straight-cut blue denim is a perennial classic – it promises maximum style mileage and can stand up to years’ worth of wear. Set to be your new favorites, Frame’s ‘The Vertical' jeans from our NET SUSTAIN edit are made from regenerative denim and have a high-rise waist. Complement their dark-blue finish with a crisp white shirt and gold hoops. Elsewhere, Agolde’s ’90s jeans – another NET SUSTAIN highlight – come in a lighter wash that is evocative of styles worn by supermodels Naomi Campbell, Cindy Crawford and Kate Moss throughout the decade. Channel the brand’s signature cool-girl style by pairing yours with a suede jacket and ballet flats.
Chloé’s jeans, meanwhile, are made from faded black denim and have frayed hems for a vintage feel. Elevate them for evening drinks with a lace camisole and low-heeled mules. Elsewhere, Loewe’s pair has a slightly more relaxed fit and is embroidered with the brand’s ‘Anagram’ logo at the knees. Wear them to parties with pointed-toe heels and a chainmail bag.
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